Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) announced the Conservative Party’s plan to cut foreign aid spending by 25 per cent. Scheer also announced the party would redirect $700 million to countries that need it the most, provide non-military and military support to Ukraine, use Canada’s Magnitsky legislation to target hostile regimes like Iran, and depoliticize military procurement. … Read more
The Conservative Party of Canada became the first party to register all of their candidates with Elections Canada. The deadline for candidates to register for the upcoming election is Monday, September 30th at 2 p.m. The Conservative Party slate of candidates includes a record 107 women candidates, as well as Indigenous Canadians, LGBTQ+ Canadians, Muslims, Sikhs, … Read more
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) announced that a new Conservative government would prioritize critical infrastructure projects that shorten commute times. “Canada’s Conservatives will get on with real projects that reduce congestion and deliver faster commute times for everyone, whether you drive or catch public transit,” he said. Projects prioritized for funding include: The George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project … Read more
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) announced that a new Conservative government would launch a judicial inquiry into the SNC-Lavalin corruption scandal, and would also introduce the No More Cover Ups Act to allow the RCMP to access information protected by cabinet confidence by making an application to the Supreme Court of Canada. “Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) has covered … Read more
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) highlighted the Conservatives’ proposed Green Homes Renovations Tax Credit, a two-year program to encourage homeowners to renovate their homes in ways that lower their power bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. “Canadians will be eligible to receive a 20 per cent refundable credit on their income tax for green improvements to their homes of … Read more
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) announced a new Conservative government would repeal tax increases on small businesses, exempt spouses on small business dividends, make it easier to navigate Canada’s tax system and the Canada Revenue Agency, reduce federal regulations by 25 per cent and assign a minister to lead a red tape reduction effort. Call 613-218-2931.
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) announced a plan to deliver more help to Canada’s veterans in a timely and respectful manner. This plan includes: enshrining a Military Covenant between the Government of Canada and all Canada’s veterans, clearing the current backlog of veterans’ benefit applications within 24 months, creating a reliable pension system that is fair to Canada’s … Read more
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) announced that a Conservative government would invest $1.5 billion in its first term to purchase MRI machines and CT machines to replace aging equipment and add machines across the country. “This investment will help our health care providers to deliver quality services with the most up-to-date technology, giving patients quicker access to … Read more
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) announced that a Conservative government would increase the Age Credit by $1,000. “The increase will benefit seniors with low or medium incomes most,” he said. With this measure, an individual aged 65 could receive up to $150 more per year and a couple could receive up to $300 more per year. “This $300 … Read more
Conservative leader Andrew Scheer (Regina–Qu’Appelle, Sask.) said a new Conservative government would conduct a review of all business subsidy programs in order to eliminate $1.5 billion in corporate handouts that don’t create jobs or support economic growth in Canada. “I will put an end to handouts to wealthy executives, shareholders, and foreign companies and instead put that money in … Read more
